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Publishing a Business Process

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Publishing a process in a Business Process Management System (BPMS) marks a critical phase in the lifecycle of a business process, transitioning it from a developmental phase to a finalized state. This process involves several key steps:

Publishing a Business Process

1- Draft Stage​

  • Development and Refinement: Initially, the process exists in a draft stage where it is in a developmental phase. This stage is pivotal as it allows process designers to edit, test, and refine the process. The draft is a work-in-progress version that is not yet finalized, enabling necessary adjustments based on feedback or testing results.
  • Testing and Iterative Development: During this stage, the process can undergo various iterations, with continuous improvements made until it meets the desired criteria. Testing in controlled environments is crucial to identify and rectify any issues.

2- Transition to Publishing​

  • From Draft to Published Version: Once the process is deemed ready and all refinements are complete, it transitions from the draft stage to being published. This is achieved by clicking the "Publish" button in FlowOn BPM Business Process.
  • Version Number Assignment: At this point, FlowOn BPM assigns a unique version number to this iteration. This versioning is essential for tracking the evolution of the process over time and distinguishing between different iterations. It allows users to easily identify and reference the changes and improvements in each version.

3- Read-Only Status​

  • Securing the Process: Upon publishing, the process becomes read-only, indicating that it is now locked and cannot be edited or modified further.

  • Maintaining Process Integrity: This read-only status is vital for maintaining the integrity and consistency of this particular version. Any execution of the process will be based on this unchangeable version, ensuring uniformity in how the process is carried out post-publication.

What's Next​

Having explored the nuances of publishing a process in a Business Process Management System (BPMS), which includes transitioning from a draft to a published, read-only version, our next focus will be on understanding the activation of a business process.